‘Son of Hamas’ Urges Israeli Response Fleet to Prevent Gaza Convoy of ‘Terrorist Supporters’

Calls to Action from Mosab Hassan Youssef

Mosab Hassan Youssef, the son of Hamas co-founder Sheikh Hassan Youssef, has urged Israelis to mobilize against international fleets attempting to breach the Gaza blockade. He insisted, “This is not a protest. It’s not an act of malice. We’re not arguing.”

Known as “The Green Prince,” Youssef expressed his thoughts on social media over the weekend, encouraging Israeli boat owners to confront what he described as “50 boats filled with terrorist supporters.”

In his message, he appealed directly to Israeli boat owners. “We hear the voices of sea lovers—fathers, mothers, sons, and daughters,” he wrote. He added that these boats, flying false flags, would be setting sail with supporters who pose a threat while hostages remain at risk.

Youssef clarified that this fleet represents aggression rather than protest. “This is not a protest. It’s hostile. We’re sailing,” he emphasized. He called for a massive turnout at dawn, encouraging participants to raise flags, sound horns, and express their stance without collisions.

He suggested that Israelis share a code via WhatsApp to coordinate efforts, indicating that he would send “Noah’s Ark” as a reference for meeting points and further details, conveying a sense of pride and unity.

On Saturday, he followed up with another post branding the mission of the flotilla as a deceitful operation. He claimed it aims to manipulate public sentiment for a hidden agenda set by the Muslim Brotherhood, using human shields to provoke a global crisis against Israel.

Youssef asserted that the real aim of the activists is to shield terrorists, noting that Hamas has long used civilians as cover during the conflict. He criticized their narrative of “genocide” while civilians suffer in the chaos of war.

In further commentary, he criticized the Gaza-bound fleet, suggesting it is crafted to evoke global outrage if Israel takes action against it. He highlighted that the Israeli Navy is prepared, but warned that the mission’s participants would disregard any hindrance to their goals.

The so-called global Sumud Flotilla, making its way towards Gaza, consists of about 50 ships and includes prominent activists. However, their efforts have already encountered setbacks, such as communication issues being disrupted by unexpected content. Reports indicate that Turkish drone surveillance and various European naval forces are monitoring the situation. Meanwhile, Israel has offered to handle the cargo at alternate ports, but organizers maintain they are providing assistance.

As the son of a key figure in Hamas, Mosab Youssef once had significant access to extremist groups. After nearly a decade as an intelligence asset for Israel, he relocated to the U.S. and converted to Christianity. Now, he is one of Hamas’s fiercest critics and has stated that some U.S.-based activists contribute to a detrimental narrative in the public space.

In his recent statements, Youssef framed the flotilla as an attack on Israel’s dignity and security. “They’re inflicting enough damage,” he lamented. “We trust the Navy, but silence is not an option. Their attacks are against our entire nation.” He urged for a show of resilience, stating that Israel would not be subdued.

He concluded with a call to action, expressing that history will remember these moments. “We brought steel and hearts,” he declared, encouraging everyone to get their vessels ready. “The ocean is waiting.”